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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

VELEZ FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980197752 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry conducted a Random Annual Inspection on this date. Upon arrival at 11:30am LPA knocked on the front door and rang the door bell 3 times, LPA could hear sounds of children coming from inside the home however there was no answer. At 11:37 LPA called the licensee and the facility number and left a message. At 11:39 the licensee returned call and informed that they are not home but will ask the staff to open the door. At 11:40am LPA met with Scarlett Ibarra, Assistant, who allowed entry into the home. Also present was Francisco Velez, Facility Representative, LPA explained the purpose of the inspection. Hours of operation are Monday -Friday 7:00am-6:00pm. The licensee offers overnight care, LPA discussed overnight care regulations. LPA inspected rooms/areas in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. This facility, Unit A, is 1 of 2 separate dwelling on the lot. Unit B is licensed as a Small FCC 198401195. LPA toured the home and observed 6 children present including 2 infants. LPA provided the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. Licensee arrived at 12:59pm. All adults present have been cleared and associated. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. This is facility consists of two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, living/dining area, laundry room, backyard play area, detached Garage, separate dwelling (unit B) Per licensee, the areas used by children include: Bedroom 2, bathroom (in hallway), dining room, living room, backyard. Off limit areas: Bedroom 1, Unit B, detached garage in front of Unit B and Back yard area behind Unit B. All areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation, and heating. Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. Page 1 of 3. LPA observed the facility license, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form posted at entrance to home. LPA observed a banner advertising childcare at front of home missing License number. Licensee was reminded that any advertisement of a licensed child care needs to have license number included. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in living room, bedroom 2 and kitchen were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher located in kitchen indicated fully charged and was serviced on 2/19/25, Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone line. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available. LPA observed that cleaning compounds are in kitchen and bathroom cabinets with safety locks inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom that children use is in the hallway and observed to be clean and free of hazards. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, not only inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. When children become ill while in care, they are separated and wait in the living room supervised and away from the other children. The licensee cares for infants under 12 months of age. At 11:41am LPA observed a play yard in the living room, inside were a boppy pillow, baby blanket and small stuffed toys, infant was not in play yard. Per licensee all items are removed from play yard when infants nap. LPA discussed the CCL Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Four children’s records were reviewed 1 out of 4 children did not have proof of MMR vaccination posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. Staff records were reviewed, Staff 1 is missing Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. -----------------Page 2 – Report Continues Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. The facility does not have a pool or similar bodies of water. The facility representative stated there are no pets in the home. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Based on the LPA's observations and records 2 B deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. Licensee is aware of MyChildCarePlan.org website. During the exit interview, the licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders (RSO) living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO search in Megan’s Law Website. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Leticia Janet Velez. Appeal Rights were discussed and a copy provided.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 102416(c)Type B

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Staff 1 has not completed the required EMSA approved CPR/1st Aid which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 102418(a)Type B

    IMMUNIZATIONS

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the 1 out of 4 children's records reviewed did not have proof of immunization for Measles which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the February 23, 2026 inspection of VELEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of VELEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 23, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VELEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 23, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Staff 1 has not com..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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